#VU98068 Improper Authentication in OpenId Connect Authentication


Published: 2024-10-07

Vulnerability identifier: #VU98068

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-47807

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OpenId Connect Authentication
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Jenkins

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected plugin does not check the iss (Issuer) claim of an ID Token during its authentication flow, a value that identifies the Originating Party (IdP). A remote attacker can subvert the authentication flow and gain administrator access to Jenkins.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OpenId Connect Authentication: 4.354.v321ce67a_1de8


External links
http://www.jenkins.io/security/advisory/2024-10-02/#SECURITY-3441%20(2)


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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